When visiting Australia, Sydney is a top destination known for its rich history and beauty. It is one of Australia’s largest and most cosmopolitan cities - already a trendsetter in design, fashion and cuisine.

Sydney is also a very important economic center and played host to the Olympic Games in the year 2000. Despite the large number of inhabitants, there is plenty of you green open spaces and public parks.

If you are on a visiting tour of Sydney, the best place to start is the Sydney Opera House. This Sydney landmark attracts the attention of millions of tourists every year and it is without any doubt, one of the most famous buildings in the world today.

• Top Tours and Attractions in Sydney, Australia

But there are many other architectural landmarks to vistit. The Sydney Harbor Bridge is one, so is the tallest structure in the city - Sydney Tower. There is also Luna Park with the huge Ferris Wheel, and Darling Harbor that surrounds a large number of shops, restaurants and other interesting places in spectacular scenery.

Don’t miss the scene of the Olympic Games, the Sydney Olympic park. The Rocks is an historical neighborhood of Sydney with a wide variety of cultural and local attractions. With all that nearby action, there are many five-star hotels in the area where you might want to stay.

Sydney is also well known for the special wild life so take the time to visit the Sydney Aquarium, Taronga Zoo, the Australian Reptile Park and the unique Koala Park Sanctuary. The species on display are unique and representative of the whole of Australia.

If you are more passionate about art and museums, take a tour through the Australian Museum, the famous Museum of Contemporary Art or the Australian National Maritime Museum.

For a truly special activity you will never forget while you are in Sydney, check this out:

• Gourmet Lunch at Jonah’s - by Seaplane!

Jonah’s is set upon the clifftop overlooking Whale Beach, truly one of Sydney’s most spectacular outlooks. On the way there by private Seaplane, you’ll fly over Sydney’s famous Northern Beaches, including Manly, Dee Why Newport and on to Palm Beach. Then enjoy amazing views of Sydney Harbour on the return flight.